April 2024 Natural Awakenings Sarasota/Manatee/Charlotte Welcome to our April 2024 Issue Calendar of Events April 2024 Events, Classses and More! Read More » Akashic Record Readings and Healing Greg Martins offers Akashic Record readings which offer a non-physical energy connection to each event and life throughout a person's history. Read More » Are You Receiving Enough Vitamin D? Dr. Korman tells why this is such an important topic. Read More » Cryo Studio Expands Services to Include Cryo Laser Hair Removal Cryo Studio’s state-of-the-art laser system leaves skin smooth and hair-free without the discomfort of other more conventional methods. Read More » Crystal Cleansing Techniques with Wild Ginger Apothecary Ever want to clean your crystals but wondered how? Wild Ginger has the answer! Read More » Embrace Healing and Personal Growth this April Catherine Rosenbaum will help you navigate this upcoming solar eclipse and offer new insights into your personal destiny blueprints this month. Read More » Essential Wellness Tips for Healthy Eco Travel Dr. Harvey recommends healthy strategies to use when traveling. Read More » Experience Healthy Weight Loss and Lifestyle Habits with Best Medicine Dr. Carol Roberts is also offering a free educational class on the first Wednesday of each month. Read More » Experience the Benefits of “Light Body Fitness” An online group format or as a private session, Vicki Somoya will help you cultivate esilience, energy, mindfulness and strength. Read More » Exploring the Factors of Neck Pain Relief Learn about the various causes and relief for neck pain. Read More » Perspire Sauna Studio Is Coming to Sarasota Combining sauna with infrared heat and red-light therapy to maximize health benefits, visit the new Sarasota location. Read More » Ritual Room Spa Offers Mother’s Day Special Gift Certificate Purchase a luxurious relaxation package including a Balinese massage to soothe and rejuvenate the face, scalp, hands, and feet. This experience will also include an opulent 24-karat gold mask, with a fusion of both European and Balinese facial massage. Read More » Spirit Message Services at Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light Rev. Nancy Lee Robinson will offer bi-weekly Spirit Message Services and Channeling from the Counsel of Nine. Read More » Spirit Speaks of Englewood Welcomes Starweaver Come see Starweaver (a.k.a. Meri-Jaine) as a direct intuitive medium to give you answers in different areas of life. Read More » The Genius of Empathy by Dr. Judith Orloff New York Times bestselling author Dr. Orloff shows readers how to ignite and embody the emotional intelligence of empathy as a daily healing practice. Read More » The People for Trees Hosts 27th Annual Tree Fair Hundreds of native trees will be available for sale in three- or seven-gallon container sizes from $15-$30. Read More » Transport Yourself to Transformative Wellness: Q&A with Objects of Magic Objects of Magic Farm & Retreat offers mini-retreats in a peaceful, holistic sanctuary setting so you can immerse yourself in nature and truly metally and physically relax. Read More » Try the Seasonal Kombucha Flavors Now Available at Flobucha Sarasota's first non-alcoholic bar, focused 100 percent on kombucha. Read More » Why Burning Sage is So Important Learn how burning sage cleanses the environment and removes negative energy. Read More » Letter From Publisher April 2024 April is Eco-Travel month! Also, learn about a farm vacation and the latest on treating Parkinson's Disease Read More » Sustainable Travel: Wanderlust With the Earth in Mind Travel enriches us culturally & socially. Yet, in eco-critical times, it's crucial to minimize our environmental impact. Every traveler can contribute positively to both Earth & local communities. Read More » Farm Vacations: American Agritourism Grows in Post-Pandemic Times Long a staple of European travel, agritourism is growing in popularity in the US, as concrete-weary urbanites seek out a taste of country living and a way to support small-scale farms. Read More » Ashley Walsh: From Personal Health Crisis to Organic Farming Ashley Walsh, founder of Pocono Organics, one of the largest Regenerative Organic Certified vegetable farms in North America, emphasizes regenerative organic farming's impact on nutrition and the environment. Read More » From Organic to Grass-Fed to Regenerative: Finding the Best Farming Practices Understanding terms like grass-fed, organic, and regenerative empowers consumers to make informed choices aligned with their values and priorities for healthier eating and sustainable agriculture. Read More » Organic Egg Frittata Savor the superior taste and nutrition of organic eggs, supporting regenerative farming practices with every delicious bite. Read More » Organic Chicken Bone Broth This slow-cooker recipe fills the home with delightful aromas, offering a nutrient-dense broth. Using organic chicken supports sustainable farming practices and animal welfare. Read More » Grass-Fed Beef Liver Liver is a nutrient powerhouse. Opt for grass-fed beef liver from regenerative farms. Read More » Connecting to Sentient Earth Each April, Mother Nature spills blossoms from her apron as songbirds trill and prepare for the next generation. Our planet is alive on levels beyond our senses or scientific instruments. Read More » A Look at Single-Use Plastics: Understanding the Challenges and Solutions Single-use plastics are marketed as disposable, however most are not being recycled, so they languish indefinitely in landfills or pollute our waterways in the form of microplastics. Read More » Get Fit and Get Outside: How to Prepare for Outdoor Treks Hitting the trails offers something for everyone, whether it’s hiking for the day or backpacking and roughing it overnight in remote areas. Read More » Relief for Parkinson’s Patients: How Traditional and Complementary Interventions Can Help Parkinson’s affects nearly 1 million Americans, causing gradual dopamine loss. Exercise, sleep and even intimacy with a partner can all be managed well once dopamine levels are brought up. Read More » Exploring Beyond the Classroom: Nurturing Healthy Minds Through Travel Travel helps children see the world from a broader perspective and become more interested in other cultures because of their travel experiences. Read More » Taking Pets on Family Trips: Holistic Tips for Stress-Free Traveling Travel can stress pets, causing anxiety symptoms like barking, pacing, and aggression. Understanding their perspective and providing comfort during journeys fosters a harmonious bond. Read More » Treating Diabetes With Healthy Food and Exercise Daniel J. Cox's innovative Type-2 diabetes management approach, funded by NIH, prioritizes education on diet and exercise over weight loss or medication. Read More » County Declares Loneliness a Public Health Crisis San Mateo County, near San Francisco, declares loneliness a public health crisis, future efforts may include infrastructure investments, social media campaigns, and mental health funding. Read More » Treating Anxiety With Mindfulness A JAMA Psychiatry study shows mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is an effective treatment option for anxiety disorders, which holds promise for managing anxiety symptoms. Read More » New Way to Diagnose Autism Yale scientists linked two neurodevelopmental abnormalities to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) which could aid diagnosis and identify potential treatments. Read More » 10 Takeaways From World Economic Forum The World Economic Forum met in Davos, Switzerland. The meeting focused on the importance and driving principals of trust. Read More » Sea of Methane Endangers Planet Research in Svalbard unveils vast methane reserves. Thawing permafrost could unleash it, triggering warming feedback loops. Read More » In Vitro Fertilization May Save Nearly Extinct Rhino Scientists at the BioRescue project have announced a breakthrough in embryo transfer that could save the northern white rhinoceros from extinction. Read More » Hearing a Solar Eclipse Millions will witness a total solar eclipse from Texas to Maine on April 8. Harvard's LightSound lets visually impaired people experience it through sound. Read More » Heal Our World Checklist Our current practices are depleting Earth's resources faster than they can replenish. It takes 1.5 years to renew what we use annually, signaling an unsustainable trajectory for the planet's future. Read More » In-Print